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This lecture covers the transformation of random variables, focusing on finding the inverse function, Jacobian calculation, joint density, independence, covariance, and moments. The instructor explains how to calculate joint moments, covariance, and variance for multiple variables, emphasizing the importance of covariance properties and matrix representation. A detailed example involving white and black balls in a bag is used to illustrate the concepts of covariance matrices and expectations. The lecture concludes with a discussion on the variance of the number of white balls drawn from the bag, highlighting the significance of variance in specific scenarios.